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Newspaper
Kings Mountain Herald
Location
Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
1
The June dispatches report antitrust rulings upholding medical association actions, war material forestry drives in Alaska and the Southeast, price controls on ration cards, and local civic activities. Officials note spruce timber for aircraft plants, WPA activities, and community leadership in North Carolina Groups address wartime needs while officials monitor fuel and transit safety as rain dampens travel.
Fragmentary OCR text references meetings, scheduling, and public notices with scattered names and events. Several garbled phrases mention times, locations, and actions such as a blackout, parking restrictions, and emergency access, but specifics are unreadable.
A six man, suffering from chronic gees, faced a scumaera in an area noted for demerits. The incident referenced numerous penalties and tensions surrounding the locale.
Local buses begin service on an indicated route with temporary schedules and staggered stops. Officials note early patronage and anticipate improved service as the system stabilizes, with crews assigned per bus and a response to demand expected for the initial days of operation.
Dr A L Hill receives commission before enlistment with the army on June 24. The article notes his medical background, joining as a commissioned officer after medical training at New York University and service in major hospitals. Parsons graduates highlighted among eleven students earning top grades for four years at the reciwal school.
The Lions Ladies announce a meeting next Tuesday with the Women’s club hosting winter events. James Wistriet and Mihem Of MY Holly are listed among organizers. Officers include Geet as President, Billy Mawees as 1st Vice President, Hikes Muth as 2nd Vice President, Lee Roberts as 3rd Vice President, Jeced Cooper as secretary, Geers Meaney as treasurer, and Oliver Palle as Lion Tamer. New directors include Past MeGisets, C. F. Stowe, and W. K. Crock. The group notes active members Cooper and MEY aiding local members and their families.
Wil Rogers delivers a humorous tale in which a rustic character mocks pretension and finds a simple, cheerful resolution. The piece blends light satire with folksy narration, reflecting classic American humor.
Memoir style notice states Auxiliary Police to receive diplomas after completing a 42 member course taught by Officer Melvin. Chief Jimmy Thorne will address the group and issue last minute blackout instructions for Sunday night.
Funeral services for Morris Child were held Sunday afternoon at Fire Breaks torian Church. Rev Charles Bigler led the service. The child is survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Orville Morris and one sister. Additional details were incomplete in the report.
Kilington Ped Teves completed training and will be commissioned as second lieutenant in the army. He joins the Ale Perce Reserve and will proceed to immediate active duty, then serves at the war front with the finest crew aboard.
The piece argues that the War Production Board and the wiremen's committee merit praise for mobilizing workers and consumer goods. It notes rationing will spread to all and warns that the same guidance should apply to everyone, while acknowledging voices urging careful handling of civilian goods.
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